The Shaar

Hebrew - Level 4 - Conversational Hebrew & Reading Comprehension
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-11 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-18 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-01 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada

Hebrew - Level 2 - Basic Vocabulary and Everyday Expressions
2026-04-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada

Hebrew - Level 5 - Communication and Grammar
2026-04-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada

Hebrew - Level 3 - Building Sentences and Basic Grammar
2026-04-27 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-04 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-11 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-18 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-25 20:00 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada

Shaar Voices: Stories That Inspire
2026-04-28 19:30 - 21:00 | 450 Kensington Avenue, 450 Kensington Avenue, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A3, Canada
Following the success of last year’s program, join us for another unforgettable evening with three extraordinary Shaar members – Peter Jacobs, Victoria Kaspi, and Eric Maldoff – each a recipient of the Order of Canada, whose vision and lifelong service have shaped our community and nation. The conversation will be moderated by Rosalie Jukier.

'Lunch and Learn' With The Scheiers
2026-04-30 12:30 | Saizen Sushi Bar, 5177 Decarie Blvd, Montreal, QC, H3W 3C2, Canada
Join Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier for ‘Lunch and Learn’, a new series bringing Torah learning to some of Montreal’s favourite kosher restaurants.

Each gathering offers the opportunity to learn from two outstanding educators whose depth of knowledge and thoughtful approach make the learning both meaningful and accessible. Alongside great food and great company, you can expect real substance and engaging discussion.

We hope to see you at the table!

Hebrew - Level 1 - Learning to Read
2026-05-04 17:55 - 18:55, 2026-05-11 17:55 - 18:55, 2026-05-18 17:55 - 18:55, 2026-05-25 17:55 - 18:55, 2026-06-01 17:55 - 18:55 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
The class introduces the Hebrew alphabet and vowels. Learners begin to decode and read simple words and phrases while focusing on correct pronunciation and reading fluency. Our level 1 course introduces beginners to basic vocabulary and helps them build a good foundation for their Hebrew.

An Evening With Iris Haim
2026-05-24 19:30 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 425 Metcalfe Ave, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
“Choosing Light Over Darkness: The Story of Yotam Haim”
When Iris Haim’s son Yotam was killed by friendly fire during an attempt to escape from Hamas captivity, she responded not with anger, but with a message of love and forgiveness to the soldiers involved – moving an entire nation. Join us for what promises to be a deeply powerful evening with this remarkable woman, accompanied by her son Tuval. Presented by The Elizabeth Shuchat Schwartz Memorial Lecture Series.
